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Maintaining
the Dishwasher
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The inside design is normally self-cleaning. However,
ensure most of the water is removed. Last, disconnect
you may want to periodically check the bottom of the
the electrical supply and prop open the door.
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dishwasher tub to see if any large particles have not gone
through the strainer portion of the module.
Dishwasher Exterior
You may also want to wipe the edge of the inner door
Cleaning
liner to remove any food soil splashes which occurred
The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned with a soft
during loading,
damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use any
The color from some tomato-based food soils has been
abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
known to occasionally adhere to today's dishwasher
tubs, causing discoloration. To help prevent this, when
Changing
the Door Insert
Panel (certain
washing a load of dishes soiled with tomato sauce:
models)
Scrape excess tomato-based food soils off of dishes,
prior to loading. Do not prewash the dishes, however.
Set the control knob at the Pots & Pans setting.
Do not use the water heating options if the incoming
1. Using a Phillips screw driver, remove either the right
water temperature is already 120-140° F (49-60 ° C).
or left- hand door trim strips by removing the three
Odors
screws.
Any odor inside the dishwasher is likely related to a
2. Grasp the panel insert(s) and gently flex out slightly.
chemical (chlorine) odor from the detergent or a food
Slide Panel(s) out about two inches.
odor from soiled items sitting in the dishwasher. Try
3. Continue to flex insert panel(s) enough to remove them.
using a different detergent, especially a lemon- scented
one, or purchase a fresh package and see if the odor
Handle the panels carefully,edges may be sharp.
decreases.
4. Select color preference and reinstall one or both
It is recommended that the Rinse & Hold feature be used
panels. Place insert panel(s) (notched comers at the
if dishes are to be held for a couple of days before
top) on the inside of the lower door panel trim. Make
sure the upper notched corners of the insert(s) are
washing. This will remove most food soils that may
develop an odor.
under the control panel.
For a strong odor, try one of the following:
5. Reinstall the side trim.
1. Place baking soda in both sides of the detergent cup.
Convertible Models Only
Select Light and let the water circulate for about 10
These feature a wrap-around cabinet and laminate top.
minutes. Stop the dishwasher by unlatching the door
Rollers on the base of the dishwasher allow it to be
and let stand overnight. Restart the dishwasher by
rolled up to the sink when in use and placed in a more
latching the door and let it complete the cycle,
convenient location when not in use.
2. Use a commercial dishwasher cleaning product such
Clean the cabinet and laminate top with a soft damp
as Jet-Dry
Dishwasher
Cleaner*,
according
to
cloth and liquid spray cleaner.
package directions.
To polish and protect the laminate top, use a product
specifically developed for countertops such as Hope's
Storage/Moving
Countertop Polish*.
Fill both detergent cups with a fresh-scented dishwasher
Apply an appliance wax to the cabinet about once a year.
detergent or baking soda and select a Normal cycle.
Allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn
Note: To protect the top from damage, do not use
the water supply off and drain the dishwasher. To drain,
it as a cutting surface or resting place for
start any cycle as all cycles begin with a drain. Listen
warm/hot
cookware. Do not slide ceramic or
for the drain to complete, then open the door to interrupt
Other hard or abrasive objects across the surface,
the cycle prior to the fill. Operate the drain twice to
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